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The Benefits Of Fasting And The Consequences Of Not Abstaining Series

Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Jan 24, 2023

The Bible has from the Old and the New Testaments, verses that speak about fasting, and why people ought to fast, but there is a need to understand this topic of "fasting".

The benefits of fasting and the consequences of not abstaining Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel; January 24, 2023 Reading verse: “and then was a widow until she was eighty-four. She never left the temple but worshiped night and day, fasting and praying.” Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:37

Denomination: Pentecostal

Baptism PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the significance of baptism in the Wesleyan tradition, emphasizing its role as an introduction into the church, a call to unity among believers, and a commitment to live a life worthy of our Christian calling.

Good morning, Church. We gather here today to delve into the rich and significant topic of baptism, a cornerstone in our Christian life. As we unpack this sacrament, we'll be exploring its meaning in the Wesleyan tradition, its significance in our Christian walk, and the call to unity it brings. To ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Topics: Baptism

Growth In Spiritual Awareness

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Feb 11, 2025

The three healing stories in this passage of Luke is a great metaphor to show us that we must always be looking to increase of spiritual awareness of God and Jesus.

Growth in Spiritual Awareness Luke 8:40-56 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Luke 8:40 And as Jesus was returning, the people welcomed Him, for they had all been waiting for Him. 41 And a man named Jairus came, and he was an official of the synagogue; and he fell at Jesus’ feet, and began urging ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:40-56

Denomination: United Methodist

Love Is? Part 2

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 11, 2004

Love needs to be defined in light of what the Bible says love is. Love really is only defined in light of the statement ¡§God is Love!¡¨ If you do not start with God then you cannot know or experience love in your life.

Love is ¡KPart 2 Thesis: Love needs to be defined in light of what the Bible says love is. Love really is only defined in light of the statement ¡§God is Love!¡¨ If you do not start with God then you cannot know or experience love in your life. Opening Illustration from Step Mom: Scene were the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-11, 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Christians Disagree

Contributed by Ray Pritchard on Jul 5, 2007

Christians disagree about almost everything. And when we disagree, we usually start a new church.

When Christians Disagree Acts 15:36-41 Christians disagree about almost everything. And when we disagree, we usually start a new church. Which reminds me of a story I heard a few years ago. A Scottish Presbyterian is rescued after many years of living alone on a desert island. When he is picked ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:36-41

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Obedience Versus The Wisdom Of This Age

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 31, 2010

Christians are called to obedience. In fact, God equates obedience to His will with love for Him. To fail to obey Him is to demonstrate that we love self more than we love Him.

DEUTERONOMY 5:32, 33; 6:24, 25 OBEDIENCE VERSUS THE WISDOM OF THIS AGE “You shall be careful … to do as the LORD your God has commanded you. You shall not turn aside to the right hand or to the left. You shall walk in all the way that the LORD your God has commanded you, that you may live, and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Divine Providence Part 5 - The Only Way To Eradicate Sin Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Nov 13, 2018

Now that a penitent sinner is "in Christ," temptation springs again, and the reformed sinner sins again. How are our sins erased?

DIVINE PROVIDENCE This is Part 5 of an 8-part series that was originally developed for a 13-week adult class, with some of the parts taking more or less than a 45-minute class period. I am starting to post the series on SermonCentral, and plan to post the remaining parts over the next few days as ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:33, Romans 6:1-2, John 10:27, Romans 8:35-39, Romans 8:1, Hebrews 11:19, Revelation 3:5, 2 Chronicles 3:1, Genesis 22:6-14, Revelation 21:27, Revelation 21:9-11, 2 Corinthians 5:10, 2 Thessalonians 1:8, Revelation 20:15, 1 Peter 4:17, James 1:15, Romans 8:33-34, 1 John 1:8, Revelation 17:8, Revelation 13:8, Philippians 4:3, Daniel 12:1, 2 Chronicles 25:1, Revelation 20:11-15, Matthew 25:31-46, Romans 6:3, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, John 8:2-11, Romans 6:23, Galatians 6:7-8, 2 Kings 14:3-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Citizen Of An Unseen Country

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 8, 2017

How we live reveals our understanding of who we are. As citizens of Heaven, Christians exhibit defined characteristics.

“Brothers, join in imitating me, and keep your eyes on those who walk according to the example you have in us. For many, of whom I have often told you and now tell you even with tears, walk as enemies of the cross of Christ. Their end is destruction, their god is their belly, and they glory in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:17-21

Denomination: Baptist

A Dirty Little Secret About The Church

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 29, 2015

Churches are too often controlled by immature Christians. Though they think themselves to be mature and godly, they are destructive and harmful. Christians need to work at maturing in Christ to ensure that He is honoured through the Body of Christ.

“Let us leave the elementary doctrine of Christ and go on to maturity, not laying again a foundation of repentance from dead works and of faith toward God, and of instruction about washings, the laying on of hands, the resurrection of the dead, and eternal judgment. And this we will do if ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Anyone Can Serve... Can't They? Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 22, 2017

Nadab and Abihu were born to great privilege as servants of the Living God, they reached for more, leading to death. Though He is patient, God does not play games with rebels. Let the people of God hear the Word of the Living God and take heed.

“Now Nadab and Abihu, the sons of Aaron, each took his censer and put fire in it and laid incense on it and offered unauthorized fire before the Lord, which he had not commanded them. And fire came out from before the Lord and consumed them, and they died before the Lord. Then Moses said to ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 10:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Lydia's Conversion Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Aug 5, 2019

To establish that Lydia’s obedience to the gospel followed the same “pattern of conversion” outlined in the Book of Acts. She attended to the words spoken by Paul and Silas, believed in the Lord, and was baptized with her entire household.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Lydia’s Hearkening unto Paul 2. Lydia’s Faithfulness to the Lord 3. Lydia’s Baptism into Christ Introductory Remarks. 1. Our lesson today will discuss the theme: “Lydia’s Conversion.” What will be abundantly clear is that her “obedience to the gospel;” followed the same ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:13-15, Acts 8:12, Acts 18:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Does God Judge A Nation?

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 8, 2020

Through the Prophet Amos, God provides the reasons for judging the nations around Judah and Israel, as well as His own people. The reasons for His judgement stands against nations to this day.

“Thus says the LORD: ‘For three transgressions of Damascus, and for four, I will not revoke the punishment, because they have threshed Gilead with threshing sledges of iron. So I will send a fire upon the house of Hazael, and it shall devour the strongholds of Ben-hadad. I will break the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Cost Of National Sin Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 29, 2024

God does judge nations. God's judgement of Israel serves to warn the nations in this day not to presume on God's goodness and mercy.

Sin is expensive! You can’t afford the price demanded when you embrace sin! Though you may play with sin, you are playing a game that is rigged to ensure that you cannot win. You deceive yourself when you imagine you can afford the price you are going to pay. We are warned against inviting sin ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 2:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

The First Christians Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Jun 28, 2002

This sermon looks at three characteristics of the church in Antioch that teach us about church growth.

The First Christians Acts 11:19-29 June 30, 2002 Intro: A. [illustration] John Bisagno former Pastor of Houston’s First Baptist Church tells the story of his coming there to candidate for the position of pastor many years ago. He said that as he entered the auditorium it was dimly lit, with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Amazing Grace

Contributed by John White on Aug 15, 2005

Grace is not only the basis of our salvation but is also the foundation of our security, sanctification, service and ultimate survival as children of God in a hostile world.

AMAZING GRACE   Ephesians 2:8-10   "For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: [it is] the gift of God:  Not of works, lest any man should boast.  For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Baptist